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JulieSomoski · 05-14-2007, 08:56 PM

What were some sereis that had little or no cast changes?

The only one I can think of was the Nanny. It had no cast changes throughout its entire run (Except for Sylvia, Yetta, and Val becoming regulars instead of recurring).

USATVFAN · 05-14-2007, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by roseanne88-97

What were some sereis that had little or no cast changes?

The only one I can think of was the Nanny. It had no cast changes throughout its entire run (Except for Sylvia, Yetta, and Val becoming regulars instead of recurring).

Friends
Seinfeld
well & Grace
Mad About you
Roseanne

dawsongirl · 05-14-2007, 09:11 PM

I can think of a couple dramas...

The Incredible Hulk
Adam-12

comedyfreak · 05-14-2007, 09:11 PM

Less Than Perfect had no changes, except for the addition of Will Sasso in the second season.

M*A*S*H Had no changes after Col. Potter, Maj. Winchester, and BJ Hunnicutt were added to replace McClain Stevenson, Larry Linville, and Wayne Rogers.

Amen, 227, All In The Family, Maude, The Jeffersons, Sanford And Son.

Madame X · 05-14-2007, 09:28 PM

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Friends
Seinfeld
well & Grace
Mad About you
Roseanne

Remember, Roseanne had a very famous and controversial cast change: Becky!

Others that didn't change:

All in the Family
Mary Tyler Moore
Dick Van Dyke
I Love Lucy
Brady Bunch

Most of the successful shows didn't have cast changes!

Bundy · 05-14-2007, 09:53 PM

The Golden Girls didn't have cast changes.

Zoneboy · 05-14-2007, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Madame X

Brady Bunch

Don't forget Oliver.

Adamantium · 05-14-2007, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Madame X

Others that didn't change:

All in the Family
Mary Tyler Moore

"All in the Family" had a major cast change. After the eighth season Rob Reiner and Sally Struthers left the show. It lasted one more season without them before becoming "Archie Bunker's Place."

"Mary Tyler Moore" also had a cast change. Rhoda left for her own spin-off, as did Phyllis. And Sue Ann and Georgette were added throughout the seasons.

Adamantium · 05-14-2007, 10:40 PM

Gilligan's Island - 98 episodes and the same cast throughout.

Frasier - 11 seasons and the main group stayed.

Everybody Loves Raymond - The core cast, Ray, Debra, Robert, Marie and Frank all stayed for the entire 9 season run.

WKRP in Cincinnati - Four seasons, and the entire cast stayed. They're all still currently playing generic songs on DVD.

I believe that "I Dream of Jeannie" had the same cast for all five seasons. I know all the major roles remained anyways.

catlover79 · 05-14-2007, 10:55 PM

Full House, Bob Newhart Show, Dick Van Dyke Show, Family Ties, Punky Brewster and Mr. Belvedere - the core casts remained intact the entire run.

treky · 05-15-2007, 01:12 AM

"Cheers" only had 3 cast changes. 2 in the core cast-Rebbeca replaced Diane and Frasier married Lilith-and 1 minor, Kelly.

Oh yea; and Paul.

dawsongirl · 05-15-2007, 01:26 AM

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I believe that "I Dream of Jeannie" had the same cast for all five seasons. I know all the major roles remained anyways.

The Generals changed. General Peterson left and the General Schaffer took over.

treky · 05-15-2007, 01:34 AM

THE BEVERLY HILLBILLIES core cast remained the same throughout its run. Same with STAR TREK.

Heather987 · 05-15-2007, 02:52 AM

Not sure but some that I seem to remember not having major changes are:

Kate & Allie
Golden Girls
Wonder Years (did they change the core cast?)
Benson
Mama's Family (Syndicated Years)
King of Queens (Does this one count since they had several recurring roles that came and went?)

JulieSomoski · 05-15-2007, 04:16 PM

Full House did have a lot of characters added to the cast. They had Becky (Lori Loughlin), Kimmy (Andrea Barber), Jesse and rebecca's twins, and Steve.

I forgot about Golden Girls.

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treky star trek fan Eternal Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Feb 25, 2002 Location: Conshohocken, pennsylvania Posts: 14,490	"Cheers" only had 3 cast changes. 2 in the core cast-Rebbeca replaced Diane and Frasier married Lilith-and 1 minor, Kelly. Oh yea; and Paul.
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Bundy Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Jan 01, 2006 Location: Bay Area Posts: 267	The Golden Girls didn't have cast changes.

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Adamantium TVAdam No More Forum Veteran Join Date: Sep 11, 2002 Location: Springfield, Ohio Posts: 7,839	Gilligan's Island - 98 episodes and the same cast throughout. Frasier - 11 seasons and the main group stayed. Everybody Loves Raymond - The core cast, Ray, Debra, Robert, Marie and Frank all stayed for the entire 9 season run. WKRP in Cincinnati - Four seasons, and the entire cast stayed. They're all still currently playing generic songs on DVD. I believe that "I Dream of Jeannie" had the same cast for all five seasons. I know all the major roles remained anyways.

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treky star trek fan Eternal Member Forum Fanatic Join Date: Feb 25, 2002 Location: Conshohocken, pennsylvania Posts: 14,490	THE BEVERLY HILLBILLIES core cast remained the same throughout its run. Same with STAR TREK.

05-15-2007, 02:52 AM	#14
Heather987 Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Jan 13, 2004 Posts: 476	Not sure but some that I seem to remember not having major changes are: Kate & Allie Golden Girls Wonder Years (did they change the core cast?) Benson Mama's Family (Syndicated Years) King of Queens (Does this one count since they had several recurring roles that came and went?)

05-15-2007, 04:16 PM	#15
JulieSomoski Roseanne Reboot - March 27! Forum Veteran Join Date: Nov 06, 2004 Location: Michigan Posts: 7,558	Full House did have a lot of characters added to the cast. They had Becky (Lori Loughlin), Kimmy (Andrea Barber), Jesse and rebecca's twins, and Steve. I forgot about Golden Girls.